If you’ve ever wanted to watch an artist at work, visit The Opera House in Howell this weekend.

You might even leave with a newly created piece of art.

More than two dozen artists will take part in the inaugural Opera Art LIVE, a Livingston Arts Council fundraiser, from 6-11 p.m. Saturday at The Opera House, 123 W. Grand River Ave. in downtown Howell.

The artists will be creating works of art on site in a variety of mediums — painting, wood carving, weaving, jewelry and more. Attendees will be able to bid on their creations in a silent auction.

Each artist will be given a 6-foot-by-6-foot studio area in which to work, and guests can observe the artists as they create their pieces from 6-8 p.m.

Bidding in the silent auction ends at 8:30 p.m. The winning bids will be announced during an afterglow from 8:30-10 p.m., when guests will be able to speak with the artists.

“We are very exited about it. We think it will create a lot of enthusiasm for the arts in Howell,” said Sharon Fisher, Livingston Arts Council program director and sales manager. “We’ve seen these events being performed across the country and thought it would fit here really well with The Opera House.”

Fifteen percent of the proceeds from the sale of each piece will be given to the artist. The remaining funds will benefit the continuation and expansion of art programs at The Opera House.